425C COMPRESSOR KIT IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION - To reduce risk of electrical shock: - Do not disassemble. Do not attempt repairs or modifications. Refer to qualified service agencies for all service and repairs. - Do not use this product in an area where it can fall or be pulled into water or other liquids. - Do not reach for this product if it has fallen into liquid. - Use this compressor with 12-volt DC systems only. - This product should never be left unattended during use. WARNING - To prevent injury: - Never allow children to operate this compressor. Close supervision is necessary when this compressor is being used near children. - This compressor will become very HOT during and immediately after use. Do not touch any part of this compressor with bare hands during and immediately after use. - Do not use this product near flames or explosive materials or where aerosol products are being used. - Do not operate this product where oxygen is being administered.
10. To remove hose from the hose bracket, simply press down on the hose clamp release tab to release bracket clamp. (Fig. 3) 11. Connect compressor’s positive lead wire to one of the leads of your pressure switch. 12. Make sure that your compressor setup is properly fused. For appropriate fuse size, refer to amp draw of compressor in the specifications section of this manual. 13. Always locate fuse as close as possible to power source. 14. Before connecting to power source, re-check to make sure that all connections are made properly. 15. Connect and test compressor system by running the compressor for a short time to build up pressure in your air tank. 16. Once air pressure reaches preset cut out pressure of your pressure switch, the compressor will shut off. Inspect all air line connections for leaks with soap and water solution. If a leak is detected, the air line may not be cut squarely or pushed all the way in. (Fig. 1) 425C Compressor Installation Parts List: C D E A. Hose Bracket (1pc) B. Mounting Bolts (4pcs) C. Flat Washers (8pcs) D. Locking Washers (4pcs) E. Nuts (4pcs) F. 3/8" NPT F x 1/2" Barbed Fitting (1pc) G.3/8" NPT M x 1/2" Barbed Fitting (1pc) H. 1/2" Air Line I. Air Line Clips (3pcs) J. Screws (3pcs) K. Remote Inlet Air Filter with Filter Element and Filter Cover (1pc) (Fig. 2) Compressor (Fig.
425C COMPRESSOR KIT OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1. IMPORTANT: Always operate the compressor at or below the MAXIMUM PRESSURE RATING of the compressor. Please refer to Application & Specifications Sections of this manual for details. 2. A lways observe the MAXIMUM DUTY CYCLE of the air compressor. Refer to Compressor Applications and Specifications Sections of this manual for details. Operation exceeding maximum pressure ratings and/or duty cycle will result in damage to the air compressor. 3. Y our air compressor is equipped with an AUTOMATIC THERMAL OVERLOAD PROTECTOR. This feature is designed to protect the air compressor from overheating and causing permanent damage to your air compressor. The thermal overload protector will automatically cut power to your air compressor should the internal operating temperature of the air compressor rise above safe levels during excessive use. 4. S hould at any time during use, your air compressor automatically shuts off; do not attempt to restart it. Turn off power and allow unit to cool for about 30 minutes. This will allow the Thermal Overload Protector to reset so you can safely resume use of the air compressor.
425C COMPRESSOR KIT SPECIFICATIONS • Part No. 42500 / 42502 / 425C Air Compressor Kit / Platinum & Stealth Black (CE Spec.) Motor Voltage: 12 volts Max. Current Consumption: 30 amps Motor Type: Permanent Magnetic Horsepower: Max. Working Pressure: 175 PSI Max. Duty Cycle (@72ºF & 100 PSI): Minutes On/Off (@72ºF & 100 PSI): 30 On/30 Off Max. Restart Pressure: 175 PSI Max. Ambient Temperature: 158°F Min. Ambient Temperature: -40°F Auto. Reset Thermal Protection: USER MANUAL...
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425C COMPRESSOR KIT COMPRESSOR APPLICATION GUIDE To ensure that you get the highest level of satisfaction from your compressor’s performance, refer to information below: VIAIR COMPRESSOR REFERENCE CHART COMPRESSOR SERIES DUTY CYCLE MAX. WORKING PRESSURE (100 PSI @ 72°F) 090 SERIES 120 PSI 092 SERIES 120 PSI 095 SERIES 120 PSI 097 SERIES 10% 130 PSI 098 SERIES 10% 130 PSI 100 SERIES 15% 130 PSI 250 IG SERIES 100% 150 PSI 275 SERIES 25% 150 PSI 280 SERIES 30%...
425C COMPRESSOR KIT TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE: PROBLEM: POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) CORRECTIVE ACTION Tank pressure drops when 1. Loose drain cock 1. Tighten drain cock compressor(s) shut off 2. Check valve leaking 2. Replace check valve or 3. Loose connections compressor 3. Check all connections with soap and water solution and tighten Compressor runs 1. Excessive air usage 1. Decrease air usage continuously and air flow 2. Loose connections 2. Check all connections with lower than normal 3. Worn piston ring or inlet soap and water solution valve.
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425C COMPRESSOR KIT Wiring Diagram: 425C @ 30A 40A Relay Fuse Battery To Keyed Power Source Pressure Switch AMERICAN WIRE GAUGE GUIDE 12-VOLT: 15 Edelman Irvine, CA 92618 Length of wire from battery to 949-585-0011 compressor (in feet) Amp Draw www.viaircorp.com Rev.1 LIMITED WARRANTY: VIAIR Corporation warrants this product, when properly installed and under normal conditions of use, to be free from defects in workmanship and materials for a period of one year from its original date of purchase. To receive warranty service or repair, please contact VIAIR Corporation. Returns should be made within one year of the date of purchase, after a Return Goods Authorization (RGA) number has been assigned by VIAIR Corporation. To obtain RGA, fax a copy of your receipt to (949) 585-0188. For complete warranty details,...
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